How to Make Mashed Potatoes Videos

Guide Note

Mashed Potatoes are a classic staple of American cuisine made by mashing boiled potatoes into varying textures, from chunky with bits of potato skins to smooth and creamy. And that's not to mention the host of herbs, spices, and other ingredients you can mix into your mashed potatoes, like garlic, nutmeg, or even bacon bits. Whether you're a first-timer or looking for new techniques to perfect your mash, the videos collected on this page will give you a good overview. For a start-to-finish guide, check out Mahalo's page on How to Make Mashed Potatoes.

Supplies Needed

1. Stove
2. Potato peeler
3. Knife
4. Potato masher, ricer, or electric mixer
5. Pot or saucepan
6. Colander
7. Mixing bowl or large bbowl

1. Potatoes
2. Butter
3. Milk or Cream
4. Salt
5. Pepper

Preparation Tips

1. Always wash the potatoes before cooking them
2. Start cooking the potatoes in cold water
3. For really creamy potatoes use a Potato Ricer
4. Don't use baby potatoes
5. Done boiling when a knife or fork can easily pierce through the center